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Is constipation associated with hypertension and cardiovascular events in older Australian adults?

Scientists investigated the association between constipation and cardiovascular events such as angina, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, and stroke, as well as hypertension among a representative population of elderly hospitalized patients in Australia.

11 Jul 2023

The antibacterial properties of eucalyptus oil against two main oral disease pathogens

Researchers tested the efficacy of Eucalyptus oil again two bacteria responsible for dental caries.

11 Jul 2023

Could neutralizing SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies pre-exposure prophylaxis be cost-effective in a population at risk for severe COVID-19?

A recent study evaluated the cost-effectiveness of monoclonal antibodies as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for COVID-19.

11 Jul 2023

mAb-based bELISA developed to detect SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in a broad spectrum of animal species

Researchers developed a mAb-based blocking enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (bELISA) to detect SARS-CoV-2 in animals.

11 Jul 2023

Researchers identify glycolipid that blocks infection with SARS-CoV-2 and RSV

7DW8-5, a glycolipid that utilizes the body's non-specific immune response to quickly combat viral infections, including COVID-19 in vivo.

11 Jul 2023

Low rates of fish and seafood consumption reported in Canadian children

Researchers identify the causal relationship between parental factors and seafood consumption in Canadian children.

11 Jul 2023

The genetics of neurogenic inflammation in rosacea

Researchers identify rare genetic variants in families with rosacea.

11 Jul 2023

Novel vaccine against Lyme disease reported to be safe and effective

Researchers determine the safety and immunogenicity of a novel candidate vaccine against Lyme borreliosis.

11 Jul 2023

New drug shows synergistic effect with antifungals in killing drug-resistant fungi

A study conducted at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil shows that brilacidin, a new drug tested for treatment of diseases ranging from bacterial skin infections to COVID-19, can kill drug-resistant strains of fungi when combined with two classes of antifungals available on the market.

10 Jul 2023

Surprising ancestry of caterpillar venom could be key to delivery of lifesaving drugs

Researchers at The University of Queensland have discovered the venom of a notorious caterpillar has a surprising ancestry and could be key to the delivery of lifesaving drugs.

10 Jul 2023

REDH database provides insights into RNA editing in hematopoietic cells

The process of converting DNA to proteins through an RNA is far from straightforward. Of the several types of RNA involved in the process of protein synthesis, a few may be edited mid-way.

10 Jul 2023

Phosphorothioate backbone modification enhances aptamer-drug conjugate for pancreatic cancer therapy

Pancreatic cancer is a complex and deadly solid tumor that poses significant challenges for both diagnosis and treatment.

10 Jul 2023

AMP releases consensus recommendations for CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 genotyping assays

The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP), the premier global molecular diagnostic professional society, today published consensus recommendations to aid in the design and validation of clinical CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 genotyping assays, promote standardization of testing across different laboratories, and improve patient care.

10 Jul 2023

High tumor monocyte content linked to better outcomes for esophageal cancer patients

A Ludwig Cancer Research study has discovered that the presence of relatively high numbers of immune cells known as monocytes in tumors is linked to better outcomes in esophageal cancer patients treated with a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, or immunochemotherapy.

10 Jul 2023

Lollipop-based saliva collection system shows promise for more enjoyable, accurate diagnostic testing

A lollipop might be a sweet reward for a kid who's endured a trip to the doctor's office, but now, this candy could make diagnostic testing during a visit less invasive and more enjoyable.

10 Jul 2023

Biomarkers in the brain could redefine mental health conditions

The study of biomarkers in the brain - powered by cutting-edge machine learning techniques - could redefine the way mental health conditions are categorized and diagnosed and lead to more effective, personalized treatments.

10 Jul 2023

New research sheds light on role of progesterone in breast cancer

A new research perspective was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on July 1, 2023, entitled, "Deciphering the mechanisms of action of progesterone in breast cancer."

10 Jul 2023

LIONESS: A new tool for unraveling mysteries of the brain

Brain tissue is one of the most intricate specimens that scientists have arguably ever dealt with. Packed with currently immeasurable amount of information, the human brain is the most sophisticated computational device with its network of around 86 billion neurons.

10 Jul 2023

Brain's electric fields drive neural activity to form memories

The "circuit" metaphor of the brain is as indisputable as it is familiar: Neurons forge direct physical connections to create functional networks, for instance to store memories or produce thoughts. But the metaphor is also incomplete.

10 Jul 2023

UVA researchers discover how 'hair cells' repair themselves

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered how the cells that let us hear can repair themselves after being damaged.

10 Jul 2023

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Is constipation associated with hypertension and cardiovascular events in older Australian adults?

The antibacterial properties of eucalyptus oil against two main oral disease pathogens

Could neutralizing SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies pre-exposure prophylaxis be cost-effective in a population at risk for severe COVID-19?

mAb-based bELISA developed to detect SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in a broad spectrum of animal species

Researchers identify glycolipid that blocks infection with SARS-CoV-2 and RSV

Low rates of fish and seafood consumption reported in Canadian children

The genetics of neurogenic inflammation in rosacea

Novel vaccine against Lyme disease reported to be safe and effective

New drug shows synergistic effect with antifungals in killing drug-resistant fungi

Surprising ancestry of caterpillar venom could be key to delivery of lifesaving drugs

REDH database provides insights into RNA editing in hematopoietic cells

Phosphorothioate backbone modification enhances aptamer-drug conjugate for pancreatic cancer therapy

AMP releases consensus recommendations for CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 genotyping assays

High tumor monocyte content linked to better outcomes for esophageal cancer patients

Lollipop-based saliva collection system shows promise for more enjoyable, accurate diagnostic testing

Biomarkers in the brain could redefine mental health conditions

New research sheds light on role of progesterone in breast cancer

LIONESS: A new tool for unraveling mysteries of the brain

Brain's electric fields drive neural activity to form memories

UVA researchers discover how 'hair cells' repair themselves

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